MSA Frequently Questions
- What would be the advantage of applying via MSA to a Romanian Medical School?
- Are the qualifications received at Romanian Medical Schools internationally recognised?
- Are there entrance exams for Romanian Medical Universities?
- Where will I be able to practise after obtaining the MD from a Romanian university?
- What about the religious and food requirements of Muslim students?
- Would it be possible for me to transfer to a Romanian university from another university?
- I am a citizen of the United States of America. Can I practice in the US?
- What kind of climate can we expect in Romania?
- Who is Medical Student Advisors?
- How much does it cost a foreign student to live in Romania?
- What about racial predjudice and attacks on foreign medical students?
- I wish to do postgraduate studies. Can you please advise me what Romanian universities have to offer postgraduate students?
- I am a qualified medical doctor who wishes to do postgraduation studies.Will I be able to....
- I am 42 years old. I have a wife and 5 children......
- What about increase in tuition fees?
- How do I know that it is safe for my son/daughter to study in Romania?
- Are there part-time jobs available in Romania for foreign students?
- Can I as a student apply for student accommodation at Romanian universities?
- I am a student from the U.K/European Union Member country. Will I require a visa to gain entry into Romania?
- How much does it cost to study medicine at a Romanian University?
- How long is the medical school program at Romanian faculties?
- What are the student visa requirements for Romania?
- What is the qualification received in Romania? MD or MBBS or MBChB?
- How can I be sure that this is a legitimate company providing a legitimate service and its not just a scam?
What would be the advantage of applying via MSA to a Romanian Medical School? What happens if I apply on my own?
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Ha! Glad you asked :)
Here's a quick summary...
- we submit your application directly to The Ministry of Education by hand
Are the qualifications received at Romanian Medical Schools internationally recognised? Will I be able to practice in my home country or in the US/Canada/UK?
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The universities we work with in Romania are all registered with the Ministries of Health and Education in Romania.
Are there entrance exams for Romanian Medical Universities? How do I get accepted?
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No. There are no entrance exams except for E.U students who want to get a reduction in university tuition fees.
Where will I be able to practise after obtaining the MD from a Romanian university?
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The legislature upheld by the Health Ministry in your country or state is unique.
What about racial predjudice and attacks on foreign students?
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Although we have heard stories of violent incidents arising from prejudice, we have not encountered this amongst our clients nor in the medical universities or environments that we work in.
What about the religious and food requirements of Muslim students? Will it be difficult for Muslim students to integrate into the new environment in Romania?
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We have numerous clients who follow the Islamic faith and way of life.
How do I know that it is safe for my son to study in Romania? I've heard stories about high crime levels in Eastern European countries.
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Romania is a relatively low crime country. Petty theft occurs occasionally without aggression. The smaller the city the lower the crime rate. We find locations that meets our high safety criteria.
How much does it cost to study medicine at a Romanian University?
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The university fees for undergraduate studies towards a Bachelor of Medicine is $3600 (USD) per year. This includes all lab, practical/clinical and tuition fees.
Can I as a student apply for accommodation at the university? What kind of university hostel accommodation is available?
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Most of the Romanian universities we work with have student hostels, however many students prefer to stay in their own apartments.
I wish to do postgraduate studies. Can you please advise me what Romanian universities have to offer postgraduate students?
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Medical Specializations and Postgraduate studies
I am 42 years old. Am I too mature to apply? I have a wife and 5 children. What will be the immigration and visa requirements for our family and will there be any kind of part time work available? What schools will my children be able to attend?
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There are no age restrictions for applicants. You may apply as long as you are over the age of 18 at the beginning of the academic year.
What kind of climate can we expect in Romania? Is the Romanian weather extreme?
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Romania is a large country and has different climate zones. On the south eastern border of the country is the Black Sea which can have temperate climates.
I am a citizen of the United States of America. Can I practice in the US?
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We advise all our US and Canadian clients to verify with their state medical and dental council about registration in their state.
Would it be possible for me to transfer to a Romanian university from another university?
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Yes transfers are possible however a little more complicated.
I am a student from the U.K/European Union Member country. Will I require a visa to gain entry into Romania?
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Since Romania's ascension into the E.U. UK and all other E.U. member country passport holders are no longer required to apply for a student visa and are allowed entry into Romania without a visa.
Will there be an increase in tuition fees in Romanian Universities?
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The fees at all state funded Romanian medical schools are $3600 (USD) per year. Will these fees increase?
Are there part-time jobs available in Romania for foreign students?
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Foreign students may find part-time jobs somewhat challenging to come by.
How much does it cost a foreign student to live in Romania? How much can I expect my monthly expenses to add up to?
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On average, one can budget between €350 - 500 per month for all living expenses, including rent, food, transport and spending.
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I am a qualified medical doctor who wishes to do postgraduation studies. Will I be able to work in Romania in order to help pay for my studies?
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Unfortunately work availability for foreigners in Romania can be a little complex. Perhaps you would be successful as a consultant running your own enterprise.
What are the student visa requirements for Romania?
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Citizens arriving from the EU countries, the European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway), as well as from Canada, Croatia, Japan, Moldavia, South Korea, Switzerland, USA and Yugoslavia
What is the qualification received in Romania? MD or MBBS or MBChB? What do all these different titles mean?
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In Romania the qualification is MD or Docotor de Medicina.
How long is the medical school program at Romanian faculties?
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All Romanian Medical faculties offer a 6 year medical school program. There is no internship required as this is included in the 6 year course in the form of clinicals.
Who is Medical Student Advisors?
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